Law enforcement officials in Arizona are preparing for the 2024 elections, where misinformation from 2020 is expected to heighten tensions. Threats against election officials have been on the rise, with Arizona being a hotbed of misinformation. Prosecutions for threatening the election community have been challenging due to the thin line between threats and protected speech.
Key Points
Arizona plagued by threats and harassment against election officials
Rise of misinformation and conspiracy theories in the state
Challenges in prosecuting threats due to protected speech
DOJ and FBI are actively engaging with election officials to address threats